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Update Java RuntimeYou are using an old version of Java. Sun's Java is sometimes updated in order to eliminate the exploitation of vulnerabilities in an existing version. For this reason, it's extremely important that you keep the program up to date, & also remove the older more vulnerable versions from your system. The most current version of Sun Java is: Java Runtime Environment Version 6 Update 20.

Note: If using Mozilla Firefox you will need to download esetsmartinstaller_enu.exe when prompted then double click on it to install.All of the below instructions are compatible with either Internet Explorer or Mozilla FireFox.

Select the option YES, I accept the Terms of Use then click on:

When prompted allow the Add-On/Active X to install.

Make sure that the option Remove found threats is NOT checked, and the option Scan archives is checked.

Now click on Advanced Settings and select the following:

Scan for potentially unwanted applications

Scan for potentially unsafe applications

Enable Anti-Stealth Technology

Now click on:

The virus signature database... will begin to download. Be patient this make take some time depending on the speed of your Internet Connection.

When completed the Online Scan will begin automatically.

Do not touch either the Mouse or keyboard during the scan otherwise it may stall.

When completed select Uninstall application on close if you so wish, make sure you copy the logfile first!

Now click on:

Use notepad to open the logfile located at C:\Program Files\ESET\EsetOnlineScanner\log.txt.

Note:Save your work. TFC will automatically close any open programs, let it run uninterrupted. It should not take longer than a couple of minutes , and may only take a few seconds. Only if needed will you be prompted to reboot.

DeFogger

To re-enable your Emulation drivers, double click DeFogger to run the tool.

The application window will appear

Click the Re-enable button to re-enable your CD Emulation drivers

Click Yes to continue

A 'Finished!' message will appear

Click OK

DeFogger will now ask to reboot the machine - click OK

Remove GMER

Delete the GMER icon from your desktop.

Clean up with OTL

Double-click OTL.exe to start the program. This will remove all the tools we used to clean your pc.

Close all other programs apart from OTL as this step will require a reboot

On the OTL main screen, press the CleanUp! button

Say Yes to the prompt and then allow the program to reboot your computer.

Create a new, clean System Restore point which you can use in case of future system problems:

Select Create a restore point, then Next, type a name like All Clean then press the Create button and once it's done press Close

Now remove old, infected System Restore points:

Next click Start >> Run and type cleanmgr in the box and press OK

Ensure the boxes for Recycle Bin, Temporary Files and Temporary Internet Files are checked, you can choose to check other boxes if you wish but they are not required.

Select the More Options tab, under System Restore press Clean up... and say Yes to the prompt

Press OK and Yes to confirm

Update your AntiVirus Software and keep your other programs up-to-dateUpdate your Antivirus programs and other security products regularly to avoid new threats that could infect your system.You can use one of these sites to check if any updates are needed for your pc.Secunia Software InspectorF-secure Health Check

Security Updates for Windows, Internet Explorer & Microsoft OfficeWhenever a security problem in its software is found, Microsoft will usually create a patch so that after the patch is installed, attackers can't use the vulnerability to install malicious software on your PC. Keeping up with these patches will help to prevent malicious software being installed on your PC. Ensure you are registered for Windows updates via Start > right-click on My Computer > Properties > Automatic Updates tab or visit the Microsoft Update site on a regular basis.

Install SpywareBlaster - SpywareBlaster will added a large list of programs and sites into your Internet Explorer settings that will protect you from running and downloading known malicious programs.

Update all these programs regularly - Make sure you update all the programs I have listed regularly. Without regular updates you WILL NOT be protected when new malicious programs are released.[/list]Follow this list and your potential for being infected again will reduce dramatically.

Here are some additional utilities that will enhance your safety

MVPS Hosts file<=The MVPS Hosts file replaces your current HOSTS file with one containing well know ad sites etc. Basically, this prevents your computer from connecting to those sites by redirecting them to 127.0.0.1 which is your local computer

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